Help me give my students a cozy space to learn, play, and connect with bean bags, floor pillows, yoga ball chairs, and an area rug.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Eleanor's classroom raised $532
This project is fully funded
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Project
I am so excited and proud to be a school social worker. In my first few months so far in this position, I have been energized by working with curious, energetic students, and passionate, dedicated teachers. Otis serves 308 students, most of whom are Black and Latinx. We are proud to have a strong special education department, with 33% of our students being diverse learners. As a social worker, I primarily work with disabled students who have challenges with anxiety, mood regulation, and social skills. I also work with non-disabled students who are in need of mental health counseling.
I want to provide my students with a calm and comforting space when we have social work sessions as they work on their social, emotional, and behavioral health.
In many ways, my students have the odds stacked against them: structural racism, income inequality, and ableism prevent them from accessing high quality resources. I want to be the best possible school social worker for them.
With this project, I will make the physical space of the social work room cozy, accessible and inclusive for all students with bean bags, floor pillows, yoga ball chairs, and an area rug. The items I am requesting will make it easier for students to feel at ease and comfortable in the social work room. A welcoming environment helps facilitate a strong therapeutic relationship between me and my students, and this will help students meet their social, emotional, and behavioral goals. Thank you so much for reading and considering my project!
More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
Flash Furniture Small White Furry Bean Bag Chair for Kids and Teens
• Amazon Business
$52.85
2
$105.70
Intelligent Design Azza Floor Pillow Square Pouf Chenille Tufted with Scalloped Edge Design Hypoallergenic Bench/Chair Cushion, Grey
• Amazon Business
$31.99
3
$95.97
Gaiam Essentials Balance Ball & Base Kit, 65cm Yoga Ball Chair, Exercise Ball with Inflatable Ring Base for Home or Office Desk, Includes Air Pump - Purple
• Amazon Business
$29.99
3
$89.97
Urban Shop Faux Fur Saucer Chair, One Size, Black
• Amazon Business
$33.00
2
$66.00
Well Woven StarBright Bright Square Modern Geometric Multi 3'3" x 5' Kids Area Rug
• Amazon Business
$42.99
1
$42.99
Simple Designs LT2066-GDW Down to the Wire Fabric Shade Table Lamp, Pack of 1, Gold/White
• Amazon Business
$14.77
1
$14.77
Materials cost
$415.40
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$6.23
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$451.63
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$79.70
Total project goal
$531.33
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$531.33
5 Donors
-$531.33
Donations toward project cost
-$451.63
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Eleanor and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
